Schützenfest

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Schützenfest

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Schützenfeste, Markmen`s festivals, have a long tradtion in Germany and some other countries. From spring on all over the summer, many villages and cities enjoy some fun dayslearn more about it on our postcard about German traditions

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Volksfest

There is a large number and variety of Volksfeste, Folk festivals, happing all-year-round in Germany. Most of them have a long history. They might be known all around the world like the famous Oktoberfest in Munich or just in a village. What they have in common is fun activities for the whole family and enough to eat and drink!

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Märchen

Fairytales have a long history in Germany. Some all-time favourites are Hänsel and Gretel, Rotkäppchen - Little Red Riding Hood and Frau Holle. Find out more about this tradition on this lovely card!

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St. Martin's Day

St. Martin's day is celebrated in large parts of Germany and Europe. On November 11th, people remember to good deeds of St. Martin with processions, traditional geese meals, singing and bonfires. Kids love the sweets they receive when singing traditional songs and the light of lanterns is welcome in the darker time of the year.

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Sternsinger

Around January 6th, Epiphany, you can spot groups of children dressed up as Three Magi in many areas of Germany. They walk from door to door, singing songs, collecting money for charities,and blessing the houses. A wonderful start to the year during a dark month!

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Ostern

Easter - Ostern in German - marks an important holiday in Germany as in many other regions of the world. Painting eggs, an Easter egg hunt, a special festive meal and bright decorations in the house and outside are just a few common things to do and have around Easter. A lot of local traditions enriched by family traditions mark this holiday in spring.

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Weihnachtspostämter

It has become a tradition over the decades in Germany for children to send letters to Father Christmas or the Christ Child. Dedicated Christmas post offices across the country reply back. The letters are beautifully decorated with christmas stamps and a special cancellation. The word has spread and mail comes in before Christmas from all over the world!

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Karneval, Fastnacht

Karneval, Fastnacht, Fasching - these and more words describe carnival as celebrated in different parts of Germany. Depending on the region, city and sometimes village, there is a huge variety of rituals and traditions. The big parades are the most prominent part of these "crazy days". Things in common are music, costumes and much fun! Get a taste of it with this uplifting postcard!

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